Kevin O'Leary | Group | Careers

Kevin O’Leary Group has operated in the Irish Motor Retail Sector for over 59 years. We are always on the lookout for talented people who share our drive and vision. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities for individuals with a can-do attitude and an unwavering customer focus.

If you’re passionate about working in a dynamic environment, interested in taking on new responsibilities and challenges, and willing to contribute to quality and excellence in customer experience – you can submit your c.v. to us by emailing: hr@kevinoleary.ie

Kevin O'Leary | Silversprings | Sales Executive Opel, Suzuki & Honda

At Silversprings the location for this role we have franchises for Opel, Suzuki and Honda. We also have a busy used vehicle business and an established aftersales department. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced candidate to join our sales team.

The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the sales team, to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to our customers, and to continuously strive to meet sales targets and standards through the sales of new and used vehicles, finance products, insurance, warranty and accessories products.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve volume sales of new & used cars and retain a target margin • Use an effective sales process • Maximise sales & profitability through customer satisfaction and retention • Develop and maintain full product knowledge of all products, accessories, prices and key features of major competitors. • Report to the Sales Manager

The Required Candidate should:

• Be customer focused • Have excellent communication skills • Be enthusiastic, hardworking and committed to succeeding in a sales role • Have a proven ability to hit and exceed monthly sales targets • A background in maintaining existing customer relationships and developing new contacts is essential • Experience with a leading volume franchise is a distinct advantage

Experience: A minimum 3 years sales experience in a competitive environment.

Benefits: Company Car, Basic+Commission, Highly Competitive Package, Uncapped Commission.

Salary: €60,000 - €90,000 per annum

Apply in writing, attaching CV and cover letter to hr@kevinoleary.ieJob description

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Leaving Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Motor or Retail: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/07/2023

Expected start date: 07/08/2023

Kevin O'Leary | Silversprings | Sales Executive Opel, Suzuki & Honda

We are a Opel, Suzuki and Honda Franchise at our dealership in Silversprings. Cork.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced candidate to join our sales team.

The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the sales team, to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to our customers, and to continuously strive to meet sales targets and standards through the sales of new and used vehicles, finance products, insurance, warranty and accessories products.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve volume sales of new & used cars and retain a target margin • Use an effective sales process • Maximise sales & profitability through customer satisfaction and retention • Develop and maintain full product knowledge of all products, accessories, prices and key features of major competitors. • Report to the Sales Manager

The Required Candidate should: 

• Be customer focused • Have excellent communication skills • Be enthusiastic, hardworking and committed to succeeding in a sales role • Have a proven ability to hit and exceed monthly sales targets • A background in maintaining existing customer relationships and developing new contacts is essential • Experience with a leading volume franchise is a distinct advantage 

Experience: A minimum 3 years sales experience in a competitive environment.

Benefits: Company Car, Basic+Commission, Highly Competitive Package, Uncapped Commission.

Salary: €60,000 - €80,000 per annum

Apply in writing, attaching CV and cover letter to hr@kevinoleary.ie

Kevin O'Leary | Silversprings | CVR Vehicle Tester / Mechanic

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Vehicle Tester (CVR Tester) Role. This will be based in our CVR Light Goods Testing Centre at South Douglas Road, Cork. Due to the extension and re-development of this Testing Centre to cope with increased demand we will have a top-class work environment for the successful candidate. 

This role is suitable for an ambitious qualified motor technician who has a desire to further their career in one of Munster’s biggest Motor Groups.

Role and responsibilities

The applicant will be joining out current team of experienced testers.

The suitable applicant MUST have Fetac level 6 Motor Mechanics or equivalent qualification, CVRT testing is carried out to RSA standards, training will be provided if not already authorised.

The applicant must have good computer skills, good communication skills & have the ability to work independently & as part of a team. The suitable candidate will be trained on RSA CVRT training program.

Main duties will be the testing of Light Goods vehicles.

Skills needed

• Qualified Level 6 mechanic in Motor, HGV, Plant sector
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good computer skills
• Good customer communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team

Benefits

Set working hours in an extremely secure employment sector

Great team of experienced tester to work with and gain experience from

Excellent salary

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: €45,000-€45,000 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/06/2023

Apply in writing, attaching CV and cover letter to hr@kevinoleary.ie

Kevin O'Leary | Clonmel | Parts Advisor

Job description

Kevin O'Leary Clonmel run busy Opel, Renault and Dacia aftersales departments as well as Serviceworld, our all makes servicing franchise. We are looking for a dynamic , customer service orientated individual to join our team.

Job Title : Parts Advisor

• Identifying, ordering, and issuing parts through both the front counter and the workshop.
• Maintaining and building relationships with trade customers and suppliers.
• Ensuring all customers and staff are dealt with promptly and courteously.
• Communicating effectively with other members of the aftersales team to ensure smooth running of the business.
• Helping to maintain stock at the correct levels and immediately reporting any discrepancies to management.
• Carrying out other ad-hoc duties as required.

Role Requirements:

• Be organised and efficient
• Possess excellent time management skills with the ability to excel in a busy and fast paced environment.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a high level of computer literacy.
• Have the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Hold a full clean drivers licence.
• A knowledge of and interest in car parts is a distinct advantage but not essential as full training will be provided.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From €33,500 to €40,000 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday, No weekends

Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus

Education: Leaving Certificate (preferred)

Experience: Motor or Retail: 1 year (preferred)

Expected start date: 17/04/2023

Kevin O'Leary | Clonmel | Aftersales Advisor

Job details

Salary - €32,000–€40,000 per year on target earnings 

Job type - Full-time, Permanent

Full Job Description

At Kevin O'Leary Clonmel we operate a busy Opel, Renault & Dacia aftersales department. We have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, customer service orientated individual to join our team.

The Role:

• Book and schedule customer bookings via phone, online, and in person.
• Meet and greet customers in a friendly, efficient manner.
• Ensure all customer service details and requirements are accurately captured including adherence to GDPR guidelines.
• Check for outstanding campaigns on all vehicles at time of booking.
• Liase with customers and keep them informed on progress while work is being carried out.
• Price & accurately record electronic vehicle health checks and ensure customers videos are of required quality and are forwarded to the customer. Ensure all additional work is pre-authorised.
• Constant communication with parts advisor & aftersales manager to ensure smooth running of the workshop & to avoid customer delays.
• Accurately process invoices and manage work in progress on a daily basis.
• Carry out vehicle handover with a detailed explanation to the customer of the invoice and work carried out and advise of and plan any future work which may be required.
• Participate in training as required.

Role Requirements:

• Be organised and efficient with a desire to learn and upskill.
• Possess excellent time management skills with the ability to excel in a busy and fast paced environment.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a high level of computer literacy.
• Have the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Hold a full clean drivers licence.
• Have a minimum of 3 years experience ideally in a similar customer facing role.

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types: Performance bonus

Kevin O'Leary | Clonmel | Senior Motor Technician

Kevin O’Leary Clonmel are a franchise dealership for Opel, Renault and Dacia. We pride ourselves in the high level of aftersales support that we provide all our customers.

We are looking to employ a Senior Technician to be part of our team, in a busy workshop, preparing and servicing cars prior to sale and repairing and servicing customer vehicles.

Full training provided. Main dealer experience desirable, but not essential.

The candidate must:

• Have a full clean driver’s licence.
• Hold a qualified technician’s certificate.
• Work well as part of a team and have the ability to work on ones own initiative.
• Perform work as outlined on a job card to a high standard and with efficiency.
• Correctly identify additional work required and advise accordingly.
• Correctly record all warranty information.
• Deal with customers, management and staff in a courteous and professional manner.
• Keep updated with technical product information.
• Carry out road tests and quality control checks as required.
• Maintain a clean and neat workspace.
• Understand workshop safety.
• Possess a customer first ethos.

We are offering a secure and permanent position in a company, committed to growth and continuous development and training.

An excellent package will be offered to the right candidate based on experience, qualification and desire to progress further.

Job Type: Full-time

• A competitive salary package combined.
• Overtime paid where appropriate.
• Monthly Bonus.
• Annual Bonus.
• Excellent working environment.
• 9am – 5-30pm Mon to Friday (No Weekends).

If interested, please forward your CV for consideration and discussion. wbutler@kevinoleary.ie

Application deadline: 10^th March 2023

Kevin O'Leary | Clonmel | Apprentice Motor Technician

Kevin O’Leary Clonmel are a franchise dealership for Opel, Renault and Dacia. We pride ourselves in the high level of aftersales support that we provide all our customers.

As a result of our ongoing expansion and business growth, we are seeking to appoint positive and motivated individuals to join our team.

Role responsibilities:

We are currently looking for Apprentice Motor Technicians to join our team. The successful candidate will:

• Gain a formal qualification and work with a team of experienced professionals
• Receive ongoing training and career development opportunities

The successful candidate will ideally:

• Have successfully completed a Leaving Certificate
• Be in process to get a provisional or full valid B licence
• Be willing to learn, with excellent attention to details
• Be punctual and show initiative
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic
• Have the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team

What we offer in return:

• Ongoing training
• Refer a friend scheme
• Uniform

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)
   

If interested, please forward your CV for consideration and discussion. wbutler@kevinoleary.ie

Application deadline: 10^th March 2023

Kevin O'Leary | Bandon | Sales Graduate

We currently have a vacancy for the right individual to join our Sales Graduate Programme at Kevin O’Leary Bandon. This programme offers outstanding training, development and progression opportunities and will result in the awarding of a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Sales. This is an “Earn and Learn” model allowing you the opportunity to work with and learn from the best in the industry while also following a structured programme over two years where you will learn the fundamentals of Sales applicable to a wide range of industries.

On successful graduation you will be eligible for a position as a Sales Consultant with on-target earnings of €60,000 plus benefits, with further career development opportunities as you gain more experience in the industry.

Requirements:

• Hold a current full clean driving licence

• Possess excellent communication, presentation and customer skills

• Skilled in all essential IT and social media

• Be highly motivated and self-driven

• Have the ability to work on own initiative

• Have the ability to complete paperwork accurately and in a timely manner

• Professional appearance and approach

• Having a positive “can-do” attitude

• Good attention to detail

• Knowledge of cars and motor industry is not essential

To apply for this position: email your C.V. to: hr@kevinoleary.ie